Whittier travel guide

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You're Going to Love Whittier

With a population of 85,331, Whittier is a must-see destination in California, United States. Whittier deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Whittier

If you’re looking for affordable options, Mimosas Whittier (16435 Whittier Blvd) and Original Roadhouse Grill - Whittier (15156 E Whittier Blvd.) are great picks.

When to visit Whittier

Whittier in April
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whittier in April
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Whittier

Plane

When flying to Whittier, you’ll arrive at Long Beach Municipal (LGB), which is located 21 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Whittier include Southwest, Delta and KLM. The shortest domestic flight to Whittier departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 02m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Whittier. The train journey from Whittier to Burbank takes 0h 29m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Whittier is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 27 km from Whittier. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Whittier, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From San Fernando, the bus ride to Whittier takes 145 km and will cost you around $29. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $66 for a journey of 193 km.

Plane

When flying to Whittier, you’ll arrive at Long Beach Municipal (LGB), which is located 21 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Whittier include Southwest, Delta and KLM. The shortest domestic flight to Whittier departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 02m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Whittier. The train journey from Whittier to Burbank takes 0h 29m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Whittier is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 27 km from Whittier. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Whittier, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From San Fernando, the bus ride to Whittier takes 145 km and will cost you around $29. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $66 for a journey of 193 km.

Airlines serving Whittier

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,586 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,269 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,599 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,957 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,935 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (224 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,170 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (820 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,725 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Whittier

Most booked hotels in Whittier

Hyatt Regency Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1775 reviews)
$255+
Hyatt Centric The Pike Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 831 reviews)
$235+
Friendly Hills Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 383 reviews)
$109+
DoubleTree by Hilton Whittier Los Angeles
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 767 reviews)
$37+
The Westin Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1253 reviews)
$230+
The Queen Mary
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 774 reviews)
$194+

Renting a car in Whittier

Renting a car in Whittier costs $50 per day, on average, or $100 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Whittier (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Whittier is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Nissan Murano or similar) are, on average, 73% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Whittier costs $50 per day, on average, or $100 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Whittier (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Whittier is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Nissan Murano or similar) are, on average, 73% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.